NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST – The Wasteland Review: Desolate Brutality
The Wasteland arrives as a sonic apocalypse—a bleak, uncompromising statement from NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST that feels les...
HYDE on 'JEKYLL' and Its Multiple Personalities: "It's Quite Crazy" — Exploring the Essence of an Artist
This interview was originally published in Japanese on barks.jp. Translated by VK Chronicle.
The Novembers Announce New EP "合奏する、エンジン"
The Novembers are gearing up for a May 2026 release with their latest EP, 合奏する、エンジン (which translates to “Ensemble En...
un autre éden Announces Second Single "conte de fées"
The solo project un autre éden—helmed by 二人静 (Futarishizuka) of Misanthrope—is gearing up to release its second singl...
0.1 no Gosan: What Happened in the Band's Controversy
The Visual Kei community has been buzzing lately about 0.1 no Gosan, and not for the reasons fans usually celebrate a...
Noiru Launches New Project EL【VAHEM】
After stints in Last Cross and Grimm Noir, vocalist Noiru is charting fresh creative territory with a bold new ventur...
GA TO CHOU Welcome Nao and Lanju as New Members
GA TO CHOU (蛾と蝶), the Visual Kei collective known for their theatrical aesthetics and dynamic sound, have strengthene...
Dokubari Guitarist Minato Announces Departure
The Visual Kei community is processing some unexpected news this week: guitarist Minato has announced his departure f...
Dir En Grey Drop "MOBS" Video From MORTAL DOWNER Album
Dir En Grey have unleashed the visual darkness of their latest album with the release of a promotional music video fo...
Dir En Grey's "Mortal Downer" Embraces Despair in 12th Album
Dir En Grey isn’t here to comfort you. With Mortal Downer, their 12th studio album released on April 8, 2026, Japan’s...
D'ESPAIRSRAY Return With First Single in 16 Years
After more than a decade and a half of silence, gothic metal pioneers D’ESPAIRSRAY are finally breaking their hiatus....
Zip.er Release Digital Best-Of Album
Zip.er are giving fans a streamlined way to dive into their catalogue with the release of a new digital best-of album...
VALHALLA Announce Year-Long Release Campaign & First Oneman Tour
VALHALLA are ramping up their presence in a major way. The Japanese Visual Kei outfit has unveiled an ambitious 12-mo...
CORPSE ANOTHER PERSON Reunites After 30-Year Hiatus
In a stunning turn of events that’s sending shockwaves through the Visual Kei community, CORPSE ANOTHER PERSON has of...
MUCC to Appear on いじくりROCKS! + Quest Live Plans
After nearly a year apart, MUCC—one of Visual Kei’s most enduring and influential acts—will reunite all three members...
This Week in Visual Kei: Legacy & Renewal — May 11, 2026
What a week for the VK calendar. We’ve had legends cementing their legacies, fresh faces making bold moves, and a few...
Kuroyume Reimagines '90s Classics with CORKSCREW 2026 & Drug TReatment 2026
Legendary Japanese rock duo Kuroyume is making a bold creative statement with their first-ever self-cover project: co...
Verde/ Unveils New Look, Launches Tokyo Monthly Live Tour
Verde/ is hitting reset with a bold visual refresh and an ambitious new live series that promises to shake up Tokyo’s...
Jin-Machine Announce New Lineup with Official Member Inductions
Jin-Machine has officially welcomed two longtime support musicians into the fold, marking a significant milestone for...
Nietzsche Reveal New Look, Announce 2026 Anniversary Shows
Kansai-based visual kei outfit Nietzsche are making waves this spring with a striking new visual reveal and two major...